Specialist Adolescent ADHD Psychiatry Clinic (14+) in Harley Street

We support teenagers aged 14 and above with ADHD assessments and ongoing management through independent psychiatrists and psychologists practising from our Harley Street consulting rooms. They are not able to help with children younger than 14. 

Important note: Harley Therapy does not provide ADHD treatment directly. Independent psychiatrists offer assessment, diagnosis, and treatment as part of their own private practices. Teens who have already received an ADHD diagnosis elsewhere will need a full assessment with the independent clinician before any ongoing management or prescriptions can continue.

Understanding Adolescent ADHD

If you, your GP, or educational support team suspect that your teenager may have ADHD, it is important to seek assessment from a qualified specialist. In the UK, only a psychiatrist, paediatrician, or specialist ADHD psychologist can make an official diagnosis and develop an appropriate management plan.

Meet your Consultant Psychiatrist for adolescent ADHD

Dr Ferreira-Lay is an independent Consultant Psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience providing holistic psychiatric and psychotherapeutic assessments to adults and teenagers over the age of 14. He has particular expertise in ADHD, Psychotherapy and Neurodevelopmental disorders across the lifespan. Dr Ferreira-Lay has a passion for helping his patients recover from and manage their difficulties aiming to achieve identified goals wherever possible. 

He practises independently from Harley Therapy consulting rooms, which provide facilities and administrative support only. All clinical decisions and treatment plans are the responsibility of Dr Ferreira-Lay as part of his private practice.

ADHD Teenager Assessment & Treatment Approach

Independent psychiatrists practising from our Harley Street rooms may offer:

✔ A full psychiatric assessment using standardised screening questionnaires
✔ Tools such as DSM-5, Wender Utah, ASRS, DIVA 5, and Conners 66-item questionnaires for a detailed symptom profile
✔ Online questionnaires completed prior to the appointment 
✔ A personalised assessment report, usually provided within one month (patients are advised to share a copy with their GP)
✔ Prescription of medication if clinically appropriate within the independent clinician’s practice
✔ Shared-care arrangements with GPs where agreed, once medication is stabilised
✔ Referral to independent therapists specialising in ADHD support, if clinically indicated
✔ Follow-up and review appointments, scheduled at the discretion of the independent clinician

All assessments, treatment planning, and prescribing are carried out by the independent psychiatrist, not Harley Therapy.

Cost of Private ADHD Assessment (14+)

The cost for a private adolescent ADHD assessment varies by psychiatrist and starts from £2,420. This includes:

• ADHD screening questionnaires
• Full psychiatric assessment
• Written report and treatment plan
• Medication if clinically indicated (managed by the independent psychiatrist)
• Referral to therapy if appropriate

Medication costs through a pharmacy are separate.

Ready to book an appointment with an ADHD psychiatrist for your teenager?

Use our confidential ADHD psychiatry enquiry form below or call today. 

Our team can help facilitate contact with an appropriate independent psychiatrist or psychologist based on availability and expertise. All clinical decisions, appointments, and treatment plans are determined solely by the independent clinician.

 

Practice Address:
Harley Therapy - Psychotherapy & Counselling
10 Harley Street
London, W1G 9PF

For more information about the definition of ADHD and its signs, please see our ADHD help page.

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